Skaneateles Library | Inclusive Rec Database

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

Yes

If yes, type of transportation available:

Public

If yes, does transportation accommodate a person using a wheelchair?

Yes

Comments/additional information about transportation:

Centro Bus Service has a bus stop one block from the library.

APPROACH: ParkingSkaneateles Library

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

1 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

96 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

192 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete, pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

1 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

56 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

There is an accessible parking spot a few spaces down on the same side of the street as the library and an additional accessible spot across the street.

ENTER: EntrancesAccessible Front Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

3 stairs

Handrail type

pipe and metal

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

51 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

5 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

concrete

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

pipe and metal

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

31 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

18 pounds

Handle type entering:

Entry Set Top Button

Handle type exiting:

Entry Set Top Button

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

10 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

The door sticks and has an initial opening force of 18 pounds.

Boxes and bags of books block are in the way of the clear space of the door, but could be easily moved.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

firm tight carpet

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

30 1/2 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletSingle Use Restroom

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tight firm capet

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Yes

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

26 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

1 pounds

Handle type entering:

Knob

Handle type exiting:

Knob

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

4 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

N/A

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

26 inches x 36 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

40 inches x 47 inches

Height of sink:

37 inches

Sink is:

Cabinet

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

7 1/2 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

46 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

55 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The furnace and chest reduce area in front of the sink area.

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingSkaneateles Library

ENTER: EntrancesAccessible Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletSingle Use Restroom

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingSkaneateles Library

ENTER: EntrancesAccessible Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletSingle Use Restroom

Notes about physical inclusion

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